A professional mafia hitman falls for an equally tenacious hitwoman, but past crimes against his family put her in a precarious standing.

Well-made but overrated in many ways, particularly in the performances of the stars. The sets and costumes are gorgeous, and the two leads are fun to watch even if there is little way or chemistry or believability in their words of love. Director Huston saves the picture by giving it the right tone in every scene, as it could have easily been bad had it been too hammy or too serious.  Probably not worthy of the Oscar-nomination it received, but still solid entertainment.

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